DOWNEAST SHIPPING LLC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2838730
MC Number
950332
Fleet Size
21
Total Drivers
25
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 30, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
DOWNEAST SHIPPING LLC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, operating 21 power units with 25 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 4.9% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 41 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in North Carolina is 13.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.1% across 53,069 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
41
Total
69%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Incline Casualty Company — eff. Feb 10, 2026
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is DOWNEAST SHIPPING LLC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for DOWNEAST SHIPPING LLC (USDOT #2838730) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is DOWNEAST SHIPPING LLC's safety record?
DOWNEAST SHIPPING LLC has 41 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 1 matching crash. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does DOWNEAST SHIPPING LLC operate?
DOWNEAST SHIPPING LLC operates 21 power units with 25 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does DOWNEAST SHIPPING LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. DOWNEAST SHIPPING LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is DOWNEAST SHIPPING LLC located?
DOWNEAST SHIPPING LLC is based in CHARLOTTE, North Carolina at 3663 TRAILER DR, 28269. Phone: (336) 529-2206.
What are DOWNEAST SHIPPING LLC's out-of-service rates?
DOWNEAST SHIPPING LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 4.9%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 16.7%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.